Comedy

A 16-day festival incorporating music, theatre and activities for all the family.

Shambush! attempt to set a world record and we need YOU! Dress like Kate in a red dress and join us on the South Downs to re-enact the classic Wuthering Heights video and find your inner Bush! Everyone welcome. For the love of Bush, join us! A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Just A Minute/One Show Gyles won multiple five stars for his last Edinburgh sell-out. Now the award-winning raconteur and ex MP explores the secrets of How to Be Happy. 'Incredibly funny, wildly indiscreet' (Daily Mail).

The debut stand-up show from Irish comedian Daniel McLaughlin, featuring his unique take on everything from religion to sport and much more. Suitable for ages 18+.

Reportedly returning to touring after a six-year absence in order 'to spend less time with the family', expect more of the usual deliciously dry takes on life from TV rent-a-grump Dee.

• Written by: Joan Greening

The lives of Nell Gwynn, Lillie Langtry, Dorothy Jordan and the loves of Dante Gabriel Rossetti are woven into this historical drama. With pathos and bawdy humour, these mistresses of Kings and artists tell heart-rending tales of love, lust and laughter.

John's 41 and a single dad. The Boy's aged 10 and autistic. He isn't a genius. His only special power is making his dad laugh. A lot. This is their story of magic trains, Lego, the 75 bus and life in a chaotic world neither of them will ever really understand. Directed by ITV British Comedy Awards nominee Anna Crilly.

A free comedy event picking out some of the Scottish comedy scene's freshest talent.

Leading New Act Contest promoters Laughing Horse present the WeGotTickets Brighton Fringe New Act Competition. Spread over 4 heats and a final, competitors perform in front of a panel of expert judges for the chance to be crowned Best New Act at Brighton Fringe 2013. Up to 10 competitors perform each night alongside a top…

A brand new show from everyone's favourite bigoted landlord, Al Murray, star of Happy Hour. Please only cheer at the irony and stay in your house if you actually hate the French.

Grab your top tickets to talent-spot this year's stellar crop of industry approved breakthrough comedians, plus some who are already rather famous! Every showcase is different, so keep coming back.

The master of surreality airs his qualms and doubts about the world via a charming blend of religious dubstep, horntallica and an interesting new musical take on Downton Abbey.

All sort of outdoor larks.

After a triumphant Radio 2 series, the New Age guru, psychic and medium returns; passing on messages, making predictions and telling fortunes. 'Fantastically original and funny enough to kill you from asphyxiation' (Magic Circle Magazine).

A comedy tour through numbers with the mathematician turned comic.

• Written by: Alan Ayckbourn

A battle between Sylvie and Celia over who's going to play Boudicca at the forthcoming village fete forces Toby to make a life-changing choice between love and art in this tender, savage and very, very funny play. A Mercury Theatre Made In Colchester Production.

• Directed by: Richard Bonham
• Written by: Daniel Bye

Daniel Bye stars in a provocative and at times very funny one-man performance lecture about the concept of value. Directed by Richard Bonham.

• Written by: Eric Chappell

ITV's top comedy of all time comes to the stage in a brand-new production from the Comedy Theatre Company.

In this lively local cafe, the children are in charge of the show. Signor Baffo is their lovable and eccentric chef, serving up generous helpings of silliness, mischief and adventure. Oliver Harrison is a local actor & theatre maker, who has worked with nationally acclaimed theatre companies, DreamThinkSpeak &…

• Directed by: Lyn Lockyer
• Written by: Willis Hall

Keith Waterhouse and Willis Hall's comedy drama, adapted from Waterhouse's novel about a young man trapped in a humdrum existence who develops a rich fantasy life.

The spectacular Idolize Spiegeltent hosts a cracking show of amazing comedy. Starring Elis James, Doc Brown, Celia Pacquola & Katherine Ryan.

Fred MacAulay takes charge (we're not sure how easy that'll be) of a football, no doubt featuring some of the talent from the fest.

Comedy plus wrestling – what more could you want from an evening? Greg Hemphill takes on Robert Florence, with teams of talent behind each of them